A house RESOLUTION

 

TO DECLARE THE WEEK OF APRIL 27, 2024, AS "HOPE IN SOUTH CAROLINA WEEK."

 

Whereas, grief is a natural and healthy response to the death of a loved one or the loss of something an individual holds dear or treasures; and

 

Whereas, tens of thousands of South Carolinians die each year, leaving behind countless family members, friends, and other loved ones to cope with the void in their lives; and

 

Whereas, grief resulting from disasters, such as COVID 19, or from the death of a friend, colleague, or pet is often unrecognized and unacknowledged by others and is, therefore, experienced without a network of support; and

 

Whereas, cultural traditions; religious and individual, family, and community mourning practices; and knowledge and understanding of the grieving process contribute to a healing environment and improved mental and physical well-being following all forms of loss and grief. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, declare the week of April 27, 2024, as "Hope in South Carolina Week."

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